Episodes

Nutrition Periodization Bob is a Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics, the former Director of Sports Nutrition for the University of Florida and most recently served as a sport dietitian for the US Olympic Committee. Bob traveled to the 2008 […]The post Nutrition Periodization appeared first on My Sports Dietitian Connect.

Julian Bailes, MD Julian E. Bailes, M.D. is the Chairman of the Department of Neurosurgery and Co-Director of the NorthShore Neurological Institute. Dr. Bailes joined the department in September 2011 to lead and expand their neurosurgical service line and continue [...]The post Concussion and Nutritional Recommendations: Julian Bailes MD appeared first on My Sports Dietitian Connect.

A Back Packers Life Ryan Grayson started backpacking in 2006 and quickly developed a love for the sport. In 2011, he quit his job, left all of his possessions other than what he could sling over his shoulders, and set [...]The post Fueling a Long Distance Backpacker appeared first on My Sports Dietitian Connect.

HFL Sports Science Paul Klinger serves as the Business Development Manager for HFL Sport Science and Manages the Informed-Choice supplement certification program. Paul has worked for HFL Sport Science since 2008 and works closely as a liaison between supplement companies, [...]The post Informed Choice: Trusted by Sport appeared first on My Sports Dietitian Connect.

Dr. Bill Harris is an internationally recognized expert on omega-3 fatty acids and how they can benefit patients with heart disease. He has been the recipient of five NIH grants for studies on the effects of omega-3 fatty acids (EPA [...]The post Omega-3 and Athletic Performance: Dr. Bill Harris appeared first on My Sports Dietitian Connect.

Energy drinks have flourished in the market since Red Bull first arrived in 1999. Sales for energy drinks reached $12.5 million in 2012 and which demonstrated 16% growth. Furthermore, the Energy Shot market reached over $1 billion in sales with $896 million in sales coming from 5 Hour Energy Drink. In addition to continuous growth, [...]The post Dangers of Energy Drinks for Athletes appeared first on My Sports Dietitian Connect.

Pre-Workout supplements have been a popular topic among young athletes looking to gain a competitive edge in order to improve strength and power. The combination of multiple ingredients, especially those containing a combination of stimulants poses a concern on the safety of their use in athletes under the age of 18. Since there is no [...]The post Pre-Workout Supplements: Good, Bad and Ugly appeared first on My Sports Dietitian Connect.

Roberta is a Sports Dietitian with 27 years of experience providing clinical and sports nutrition services at Texas Children’s Hospital and the Houston, Texans of the NFL. Roberta discusses her background and how she first got into the field of Sports Nutrition. She also addresses the following topics in the interview: Key tips to improve [...]The post Houston Texans, Sports Dietitian Roberta Anding Interview appeared first on My Sports Dietitian Connect.

In Part 3 of our three part series of Recovery and Nutrition, we focus our attention on discussing the Immune System. Specifically, we will look at what puts our immune system under stress potentially triggering illness, infection, and hindering athletic performance. We also look at specific foods, supplements, and activities that can boost the immune [...]The post The Immune System:Part 3 Recovering Faster with Nutrition appeared first on My Sports Dietitian Connect.

You’ve just completed a very intense 90 minute strength and conditioning workout and your body is tired but also hungry and is primed for calories. Now that your muscles have been broken down and your gas tank is empty, the window of opportunity to refill is closing and depending on when you consume your post [...]The post Post Workout Nutrition: Part 2 Recovering Faster with Nutrition appeared first on My Sports Dietitian Connect.

How often do you ask yourself what can you do to: Reduce how sore I feel after my workouts, especially the next day? Have more energy during my training session tomorrow? Rebuild muscle tissue faster after an intense lifting session? Have the same amount of energy at the end of a long season as I [...]The post Inflammation: Part 1 Recovering Faster with Nutrition appeared first on My Sports Dietitian Connect.

In this Podcast, we’ll discuss: 1) Do you need to consume calories during a long intense workout? 2) What is ideal to consume during a workout? 3) What is the time frame to eat before and during the workout? 4) What can you do to maximize performance during the workout?5) Should you consume a liquid [...]The post Nutritional Recommendations during Workouts appeared first on My Sports Dietitian Connect.

In this Podcast, we’ll discuss: 1) Do athletes need supplements to enhance performance? 2) Do athletes need to be concerned about supplements on the market? 3) What are the concerns with young athletes and dietary supplements? 4) Research on Supplement Use in 25,000 Athletes 5) Are there any supplements that may be beneficial for athletes [...]The post Supplements: Do I really need them? appeared first on My Sports Dietitian Connect.

Is eating breakfast really important. In this podcast, we’ll discuss: 1) The significance of eating breakfast 2) Why missing this meal could impair your performance 3) What challenges athletes face that cause them to skip breakfast 4) The # 1 excuse for not eating breakfast 5) 5 Minute Breakfast options for the time-challenged athlete The post Breakfast: Is it necessary for athletes? appeared first on My Sports Dietitian Connect.

Can snacking really boost performance? How do I put together a healthy snack to curb my hunger levels throughout the day? I don’t have time to eat a snack between meals because I don’t have time and there are not any healthy options on campus. These are questions I get and statements I hear all [...]The post What’s in a Healthy Snack? appeared first on My Sports Dietitian Connect.

Protein Supplementation and Athletic Performance Protein has been an extremely popular nutrient and has drawn a significant amount of attention from high school athletes all the way up to the professional level regarding its use in athletic performance. I’ve heard everything from eating more protein increases muscle size, makes me stronger, or gives me more [...]The post Protein Supplementation and Athletic Performance appeared first on My Sports Dietitian Connect.

This is a question I ask athletes quite often as I want to get them thinking about their diet and whether or not they know how well or poor they may be eating. Most athletes don’t keep a food journal so they’re not aware of what their diet may look like over a 24 hour [...]The post Are You Eating as Well as You Think? appeared first on My Sports Dietitian Connect.

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